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Evaluating the usability of a new wireless vocal cord vibration switch

Summary

This study is testing how easy it is to set up and use a new wireless vocal cord vibration switch and how helpful the training materials are. The switch has a sensor in a neckband that detects when a user makes a ‘hum’ sound.

Researcher(s)

Tom Chau, PhD, PEng

Participate in this study

If you are a switch-user who can make vocalizations, or a parent/caregiver to one, please consider participating in our study.

Who can participate

We are looking for pairs of parents/caregivers and switch users

The parent or caregiver must:

Care for someone who regularly uses switch access technology

Be able to read and write in English

Have access to a desktop or laptop computer that runs either Windows or macOS for device setup

Taking the wireless vocal cord vibration switch home for two weeks to use in place of current switch access technology when possible

Check-in phone call after having the device for one week

Deadline

February, 2020

Interested in participating?

If you are interested in participating in this study or have additional questions, please contact Natalie Besharat at nbesharat@hollandbloorview.ca or (416) 425-6220 x6095 with your interest, and they will get back to your shortly. Contacting us does not obligate you or your child to participate in the study.